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Cessna 206 Turbo Stationair vs Cessna Grand Caravan Ex vs Cirrus Sr22t G6

The Cessna Turbo Stationair (pressurized 206-class utility single) sits in the rugged personal/working-airplane category: it’s optimized for short, unimproved strips and hauling people plus gear. Typical passenger capacity is about 5–6 seats depending on configuration, with range generally in the mid-hundreds to roughly around 700–900 nautical miles, varying widely with load and power settings. The Cessna Grand Caravan EX is a larger single‑engine turboprop utility/commuter aircraft, commonly used for air taxi, cargo, and remote operations. It carries far more people, typically up to 9 passengers in commuter seating (plus pilot), and delivers range commonly around 900–1,000+ nautical miles depending on payload and reserves. The Cirrus SR22T G6 is a high‑performance, pressurized‑oxygen-capable (not cabin‑pressurized) piston single aimed at fast personal travel. It typically seats 4–5, and its range is often roughly 900–1,000+ nautical miles, prioritizing speed and comfort over payload and rough-field utility.

SpecCessna Turbo StationairCessna Grand Caravan EX
Summary
Cockpit22
DOC / nm$ 1.08$ 3.15
Total Seats610
Flight RulesVFRVFR
ManufacturerCessnaCessna
Aircraft Name206 Turbo StationairGrand Caravan EX
CertificationFAA / EASAFAA / EASA
Max Range (nm)703964
DOC / nm / Seat$ 0.18$ 0.39
OEM VerificationUn-VerifiedVERIFIED
Standard Cabin Seats48
Direct Operating Cost$ 174$ 614
Flight Deck (Base Spec)Garmin G1000 NXiGarmin G1000 NXi
Max Cruise Speed (ktas)161195
Base Aircraft Price (USD) $745,000 $2,695,000
Min Crew1
Max Cabin Seats12
Useful Load (lbs)3332
Cabin
Cockpit22
Total Seats610
Standard Cabin Seats48
LavatoryNo
Min Crew1
Cargo DoorYes
Max Cabin Seats12
Cabin Pressure (psi)Un-Pressurized
Galley / RefreshmentNo
Engine
FADECNoYes
ModelTIO-540-AJ1APT6A-140
Fuel TypeAvGas
TBO (hrs)20004000
TBO (yrs)12
Horsepower350867
Fuel DeliveryFuel Injected
No. of Engines11
Fuel Capacity (gal)87335
Flat RatingISA + 24
Dimensions
Length (ft)28.341.6
Wingspan (ft)3652.1
Cabin Width (ft)3.65.4
Cabin Height (ft)4.24.5
Cabin Length (ft)12.116.8
Overall Height (ft)9.415.1
Baggage Volume Int. (cu. ft)1132